The Swallow Tail Battery is a 300 MW / 1.2 GWh Battery Energy Storage System proposed by Ampyr Energy. The project is expected to connect to the National Electricty Market via the Transgrid - Bannaby Substation, 30 kilometres west of Bowral, NSW.
Key Dates
| 2027 | Expected Construction Commencement |
| 2028 | Expected Construction Completion |
Procurement
| Procuring Agency: | Ampyr |
PROJECT HISTORY
| Nov 2024 | A scoping report and request for SEARs was submitted to the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure. |
| Dec 2024 | The NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure issued SEARs for the project. |
| Sep 2025 | The project was awarded a Capacity Investment Scheme Agreement as part of the Capacity Investment Scheme Tender Round Three. |
| Mar 2026 | The Federal Government opened invitation for public comment for the project on the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation portal. |
Sector
Energy
Procurement approach
Unconfirmed |
Location
New South Wales |
Resources
Government resources
NSW Major Project PortalCapacity Investment Scheme Tender Round Three
EPBC Portal
